Cadillac Escalade (EU)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Cadillac Escalade (EU) automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 5,7 to 10,9 liters. Service intervals include 30000 km or 24 months and 150000 km. The data covers 4 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Escalade 6.0 V8 Hybrid (2013-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 10,9 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 150000 km
  • Code: M99 4/1
Escalade 6.0 V8 Hybrid (2013-2014)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 10,9 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 km/ 24 months
  • Code: M99 4/1
Escalade 6.2 V8 (2013-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 5,7 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 150000 km
  • Code: 6L80 6/1
Escalade 6.2 V8 (2013-2014)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 5,7 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 km/ 24 months
  • Code: 6L80 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The Cadillac Escalade (EU) 6.0 V8 Hybrid carries a notably larger automatic transmission service fill capacity of 10.9 liters, compared to 5.7 liters for the 6.2 V8, reflecting the more complex hybrid drivetrain architecture that requires additional fluid volume to support its integrated motor and transmission components.
  • Both engine variants share identical service interval structures: 150,000 km under normal use conditions and 30,000 km or 24 months under severe use conditions, indicating a consistent maintenance schedule framework across the 2013-2014 model range regardless of powertrain.
  • A service fill capacity, as listed for both variants, refers to the amount of fluid needed when draining and refilling during a routine service, rather than a full overhaul fill which would account for fluid retained in the torque converter and all passages. The 10.9-liter figure for the hybrid and 5.7-liter figure for the 6.2 V8 therefore represent partial-drain service quantities.
  • The severe use interval of 30,000 km or 24 months applies a dual trigger, meaning whichever threshold is reached first governs the service timing. At lower annual mileage, the 24-month time limit becomes the controlling factor rather than distance.
  • The gap between the normal and severe use intervals is substantial for both variants, with the severe interval at 30,000 km representing only one-fifth of the 150,000 km normal interval, underscoring how significantly operating conditions affect recommended fluid change frequency.

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